Marianjoy Support and Resource Groups

Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Northwestern Medicine, provides support and resource groups at no cost as a community service. All groups meet at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Northwestern Medicine, unless otherwise noted. There is no cost to attend, and caregivers and family members are welcome to join attendees. Reservations are not required, but contact information is provided if you need more information.

ALS Support Group
Provides information and support to people affected by the motor neuron disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Aphasia Conversation Group
Designed for anyone who is experiencing aphasia, or a change in language/communication following a stroke or injury. The group provides an outlet to practice communication in a group setting.

Caregiver's Seminar for Families of Marianjoy InpatientsProvides support for families new to caregiving. Learn helpful hints, suggestions and resources for empowerment, as well as how to build a team of helpers and a strong support system.

High Hopes Brain Injury Support GroupA resource group for adults who have sustained a brain injury. Provides education on living with brain injury and coping with stress, and offers an outlet for socialization.

Second Tuesday of each month
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Location: Main Hospital - Third Floor Board Room No meeting in February
Contact: christina.hanson@nm.org

Lives in Motion—Spinal Cord Injury Resource GroupA resource group for those with paraplegia and quadriplegia. Attendees learn from others' experiences while discussing the realities and concerns regarding spinal cord injury. Members of Marianjoy's spinal cord injury therapy team will share their expertise on home modifications, wheelchairs, exercises, nutrition, sexuality, social re-integration, vocational rehabilitation and more.

Fourth Tuesday of each month
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Location: Main Hospital - First Floor Therapy GymNo meeting in December or January
Contact: monica.scalise@nm.org

Parkinson's Support GroupOffers a platform to socialize, share information and gather resources related to Parkinson's disease. Sessions include expert presentations and social events.

For Emergency Care, Dial 911
Marianjoy does not have an emergency department, but it will provide preliminary emergency services, such as first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, for patients, staff and visitors. Persons will be stabilized as possible and then transferred to the nearest hospital emergency department.